Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 1) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sharmila Sekaran, Chairperson of Voice of the Children.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Weak governance, corruption must be immediately tackled - PM Weak governance, corruption must be immediately tackled - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71716300772_TBANWARUCAP.jpg)
Weak governance, corruption must be immediately tackled - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed on the need to stop the practise of direct negotiation in government procurement.
Wed May 22 2024
![More needs to be done to address stress, mental health in Malaysian workplaces - Jobstreet More needs to be done to address stress, mental health in Malaysian workplaces - Jobstreet](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/41652159376_Tiredworkinggene.jpg)
More needs to be done to address stress, mental health in Malaysian workplaces - Jobstreet
By prioritising mental health support, organisations also foster a more productive and sustainable work environment.
Thu May 16 2024
![Fahmi stresses ethical distinction between citizen journalists and professionals Fahmi stresses ethical distinction between citizen journalists and professionals](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/51714475800_FahmiFadzil.jpg)
Fahmi stresses ethical distinction between citizen journalists and professionals
Strong journalistic ethics are crucial in ensuring the sustainability of the country's media industry, said Fahmi Fadzil said.
Tue Apr 30 2024
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Key insights from 1st day of WEF special meeting in Saudi capital
Kristalina Georgieva stressed three economic priorities on inflation, fiscal buffers, and geopolitical fragmentation.
Mon Apr 29 2024
![Therapy dogs comfort passengers at Istanbul Airport Therapy dogs comfort passengers at Istanbul Airport](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711105410_TBIstanbul.jpg)
Therapy dogs comfort passengers at Istanbul Airport
The airport has been running the program to help reduce stress and anxiety amongst passengers passing through its terminals.
Sat Mar 23 2024
![Ex-TikTok executive claims she was fired for reporting sex, age bias Ex-TikTok executive claims she was fired for reporting sex, age bias](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81672838239_TBTikTok.jpg)
Ex-TikTok executive claims she was fired for reporting sex, age bias
Katie Puris also claims TikTok refused to grant her leave to address medical conditions spurred by the stress and pressure of her job.
Fri Feb 09 2024
![New portfolio appointment not an effort to secure Sarawak's inclusion in Federal Green Policies, says Fadillah New portfolio appointment not an effort to secure Sarawak's inclusion in Federal Green Policies, says Fadillah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81706762549_TBFadillahYusof.jpg)
New portfolio appointment not an effort to secure Sarawak's inclusion in Federal Green Policies, says Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has stressed that his new portfolio appointment should not be construed as merely an effort to ensure Sarawak's inclusion in federal green policies
Thu Feb 01 2024
![World may miss May deadline for pandemic accord, WHO head warns World may miss May deadline for pandemic accord, WHO head warns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81674497484_TedrosAdhanom.jpg)
World may miss May deadline for pandemic accord, WHO head warns
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stressed said "time is very short, and there are several outstanding issues that remain to be resolved."
Tue Jan 23 2024
![World Economic Forum panel stresses need to regulate AI World Economic Forum panel stresses need to regulate AI](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41705556484_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
World Economic Forum panel stresses need to regulate AI
American singer, songwriter and producer Will.i.am warned that AI is rapidly reshaping the job market, predicting significant job losses.
Thu Jan 18 2024
![PM stresses no compromise on corruption PM stresses no compromise on corruption](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51704696674_TBAnwarIbrahimj.jpg)
PM stresses no compromise on corruption
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said enforcement agencies should take strict action against those involved in corruption.
Mon Jan 08 2024
![Runway safety concerns in focus as Japan probes Tokyo crash Runway safety concerns in focus as Japan probes Tokyo crash](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61704252416_TBJapanAirlines.jpg)
Runway safety concerns in focus as Japan probes Tokyo crash
Experts have cautioned it is too early to pinpoint a cause and stress most accidents are caused by a cocktail of factors.
Wed Jan 03 2024
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How climate change is making the world sick
Here's how climate change is harming people's health across the world today, and what countries might expect in the future.
Fri Dec 08 2023
![India tunnel workers could face PTSD after rescue from ordeal - Doctor India tunnel workers could face PTSD after rescue from ordeal - Doctor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/41701172164_TBrescueoperations.jpg)
India tunnel workers could face PTSD after rescue from ordeal - Doctor
The 41 workers trapped for 17 days will need long-term support after their rescue, including monitoring for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Tue Nov 28 2023